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Essay / The Study of Beauty: Cosmetology - 1587
IntroductionAccording to 10 weird and wacky facts about beauty by Andrea Lavinthal, in ancient Greece, the most sought-after hair color was blonde. Few Greeks were naturally blond, so light hair was probably perceived as beautiful because it was so exotic. Women lightened their hair using plant extracts or arsenic. They also washed their wicks with a mixture of ashes, olive oil and water. She also explained how "it was a shame that extensions were not available during the Heian period, when a Japanese woman's beauty was judged by the length of her hair, since the ideal was considered almost two feet longer." long than its size. We assume ponytails were a popular hairstyle at the time. There are many other crazy beauty facts, like Vaseline makes your eyelashes grow and can remove makeup, or if your nails are discolored from using dark polish, use a slice of lemon on them and they will regain their color (The beauty magazine, Roselyn Miller, p. 67). Entering the field of cosmetology helps you express yourself and brings out your inner creativity. This is one of the many reasons why I love this job, because when I do hair, it allows me to express myself while creating my own hairstyle. The first time I started doing my hair was around 10 or 11, I was natural! I want to be able to know my customers and know exactly what they will like and read people, so I know what they like just by talking to them. I must learn to separate family from business. I know some things in this area. Before this mission, cosmetology is not only about doing hair, but also learning about skin; Doing makeup, eyelashes, etc. You also learn about nails; do a...... middle of paper ......ents, and also make up analyzes and wigs” (“How to become a cosmetologist”). So I wouldn't have to take just one course, I could choose a few or maybe choose them all, it all depends on what I want to learn in cosmetology. In my case, I would love to follow them all, although I love doing hair, I would also love to learn how to do all the other things and express my creative side. I know IWorks Cited10 Weird and Wacky Beauty Facts, Andrea Lavinthal and the website: http://www.cosmopolitan.comhairstyles-beauty/skin-care-makeup/weird-beauty-factsHow to Become a Cosmetologist: Esthetician, Esthetician, Manicurist, and website: http:www.citytowninfo.com/education-articles/career-guides/how-to-become-a-cosmetologistMichigan College of Beauty, Benen, Laura. : Instructor, Rebecca: Student. Personal InterviewThe Beauty Magazine, Roselyn Miller, p.. 67